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Opinion: Opinion | How 12 'Insurers' Sitting In London Paralysed Hormuz - All With A Phone Call

By March 3, maritime tracking platforms recorded zero active tanker transits inside the strait. Simply because the 'underwriter' in London hung up.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:29
Nepal Elections: How Gyanendra Shah's Coronation Changed Country Forever

In February 2005, Gyanendra took full control of the government.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:26
Video: Iranian Drone Hits Azerbaijan Airport, 2 Injured

Azerbaijan on Thursday summoned the Iranian envoy after two people were wounded in drone hits on an airport and near a school.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:26
What Is Minuteman III, 'Doomsday' Missile Tested By US Amid Iran War

The US Space Force stated that the launch, designated GT 255, had been planned for years and was not in response to world events.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:25
2nd Iranian Ship Heads Towards Sri Lanka, Officials Say 'Could Be Targeted'

Iran-Israel-US war: The vessel was carrying more than 100 crew, reports said, adding they too could be targeted the same way a sister ship was sunk yesterday.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:21
Video: Moment Israeli F-35 Shot Down Iranian YAK-130

Israel's F-35 stealth fighter jet, 'Adir', shot down a piloted Iranian Air Force YAK-130 plane over Tehran on Wednesday.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:19
Harvard, Yale Among 22 Universities Banned By US For Military Education

The Pentagon is also cutting ties with several think tanks known for defence and national security research.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:17
Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran Launches New Attacks, Says US Will "Bitterly Regret" Sinking Warship

Israel-Iran War live updates: Iran launched a new wave of attacks Thursday morning at Israeli and American bases and threatened that the United States would "bitterly regret" torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:15
As US-Israel-Iran War Rages, China Offers Mediation

China echoed India this week in calling for a diplomatic solution to the war in Iran and military tension in the wider Middle East region. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Thursday Beijing stands ready to mediate an end to the fighting.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:14
Royal Massacre Of 2001: The Night Nepal Crowned A Shooter As King

Nepal's former Crown Prince, Dipendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev, shot and killed nine people, including his father, the king, his mother, and seven other members of the royal family.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:10
US Senator Tim Sheehy On Snapping Arm Of Protester: "He Came Looking For Confrontation, Got One"

US Senator Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL, is facing scrutiny after intervening in a police struggle to forcibly remove Marine veteran Brian McGinnis from a Senate hearing, resulting in McGinnis suffering a broken arm.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:09
The Final Hours Of Nepal's Former King Birendra: Survivors' Accounts

King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev, Queen Aishwarya, their children, and several close royal aides were massacred by one of their own.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:09
Who Was Farhad Shakeri, Iran Man Killed By US, Linked To Trump Murder Plot

Farhad Shakeri, the Iranian leader who was allegedly behind the plot to assassinate President Donald Trump in 2024, has been killed by the US military. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed during a press briefing that Shakeri had been killed

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:09
Nearly 50,000 Epstein Files With "Missing" Trump Claims To Be Released This Week: Report

Democratic lawmakers in Congress have said they plan to investigate the handling of the Epstein files.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:09
"Tehran Not Involved In Attack On Saudi Aramco": Iranian Sources

Iran-Israel US War: Saudi Aramco was struck by a drone on Wednesday; however, there was no damage.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:54
"Passengers Banging Windows": Flight To Rescue UK Nationals Stuck In Oman

A British government rescue flight from Muscat was grounded after technical issues and long delays forced the pilot into mandatory rest, leaving vulnerable passengers in a highly distressed state.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:45
US Tests 'Doomsday' Missile Amid Iran War. It Can Strike Any Place On Earth

The Minuteman III test launch was scheduled years ago and is "not in response to world events", the US said amid a raging war with Iran.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:25
"25 Years And Not A Day Off": Canada's Carney Praises "Unique" PM Modi

Mark Carney said PM Modi is a highly disciplined leader who maintains an intense political schedule.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:09
Months Before Iran War, Ukraine's F-16 Fighter Jets Starved Of US-Made Missiles: Report

Kyiv has often complained about a lack of weapons since the full-scale Russia-Ukraine war began more than four years ago.

Published on: 05.03.2026 07:54
Mark Zuckerberg 'Sidelining' Meta's Highest-Paid Executive: Report

Alexandr Wang, the founder and former CEO of the AI startup Scale AI, was once considered essential to the social media giant's ambitious AI plan.

Published on: 05.03.2026 07:51

News from Arabic Countries

Iranian drones hit airport in Azerbaijan’s exclave as US-Israel war widens

Azeri authorities confirm drone attack in Nakhchivan, claim right to ‘appropriate response’.

Published on: 05.03.2026 10:22
Cuba hit by massive power outage amid US oil pressure

A massive blackout left two-thirds of Cuba, including its capital Havana, without electricity.

Published on: 05.03.2026 10:14
Canada PM unable to rule out military involvement in Iran war

Mark Carney said he wants de-escalation of the Iran attacks but said he couldn’t rule out military participation.

Published on: 05.03.2026 09:15
Where are Iran’s allies? Why Moscow, Beijing are keeping their distance

Russia and China have condemned the US-Israeli attack on Iran but stopped short of offering military support.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:58
Drone targets US base in Iraq, Doha explosions, as Iran hits region in war

Iran continues to strike US assets in the region as Gulf Arab states report explosions, downing of drones.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:49
‘Pain Didn’t Come to Kill Me’ | Ep 4 – El Salvador

El Salvador’s bereaved mothers unite after gang violence, turning shared grief into solidarity and hope beyond hatred.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:45
Hezbollah leader pledges to continue fight against Israel

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has pledged to continue the group’s fight against Israel, which continues to bomb Lebanon.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:36
LIVE: India vs England – T20 World Cup semifinal

Follow our live build up, with full toss and team news coverage, ahead of our live text commentary stream.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:30
Middle East conflict threatens Iraq’s participation in World Cup playoffs

Iraq are scheduled to play in the playoff final on March 31 in Mexico but the team's participation remains uncertain.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:09
Under cover of Iran war, Israeli settlers terrorise Palestinian communities

Amid rocket sirens and explosions in the sky, the regional war feels distant compared with the terror on the ground.

Published on: 05.03.2026 08:07
Saka helps Arsenal win as Man United lose to Newcastle in Premier League

Man United suffer first defeat in seven games under manager Carrick as Man City lose sight of league leaders Arsenal.

Published on: 05.03.2026 07:59
Rapper-turned-politician votes in Nepal election

Former Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old rapper-turned-politician, casts his vote as Nepal holds elections.

Published on: 05.03.2026 07:33
Iran war: What is happening on day six of US-Israel attacks?

On the sixth day of US-Israeli attacks on Iran, the conflict is escalating as regional tensions rise.

Published on: 05.03.2026 07:10
Israeli strikes hit Beirut amid threats on Iranian officials in Lebanon

Israeli forces pound Beirut's southern suburbs as Iran warns against targeting embassy.

Published on: 05.03.2026 07:05
China economic growth target set below 5% for the first time at key meeting

The National People's Congress set a GDP target of 4.5 to 5 percent for 2026 as China grapples with economic slowdown.

Published on: 05.03.2026 06:49
Iran targets Kurdish groups in Iraq, begins wave of attacks on Israel

Iranian Kurdish armed groups have reportedly consulted with the US in recent days about whether to attack Iran.

Published on: 05.03.2026 06:44
Iran denies firing missile towards Turkiye after NATO interception

Turkiye's Defence Ministry had said a ⁠ballistic missile ⁠was destroyed ⁠by NATO over ‌the eastern Mediterranean.

Published on: 05.03.2026 06:24
Video: Intense US-Israeli bombardment across Iran

Intense US-Israeli bombardment sent flames and plumes of smoke into the night sky across Iran.

Published on: 05.03.2026 05:36
Canada PM Carney says unable to rule out military role in Iran war

Canadian leader also said the US-Israeli attacks on Iran appear to be 'inconsistent with international law'.

Published on: 05.03.2026 04:44
North Korea’s Kim oversees cruise missile tests from new naval destroyer

Kim Jong Un supervised the launch of sea-to-surface 'strategic cruise missiles' from country's new naval destroyer.

Published on: 05.03.2026 04:26
Who is choosing Iran’s next Supreme Leader?

Iran’s Assembly of Experts is now tasked with choosing the next Supreme Leader. It elected Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in 198

Published on: 05.03.2026 03:48
Iranian rockets intercepted over central Israel

Interceptors were seen lighting up the sky over central Israel as sirens blared in response to Iranian rockets.

Published on: 05.03.2026 03:11
Iran’s succession question: Rouhani’s name resurfaces amid leadership void

Rouhani's legacy of pragmatism and moderation gains renewed relevance amid Iran's sensitive leadership transition phase.

Published on: 05.03.2026 02:58
Demonstrators across Iran condemn US-Israeli war

Iranian media shared footage from several cities showing demonstrators condemning the US-Israeli war.

Published on: 05.03.2026 02:37
Senate Republicans block war powers resolution on Iran

Senate Republicans, joined by a Democrat, voted down a war powers resolution on President Donald Trump's war with Iran.

Published on: 05.03.2026 02:32